Job Description

The Senior Systems Design Engineer reports to the Vice President of Engineering and manages a team of engineers in the creation and execution of system designs, project implementation, quality assurance, bid and proposal, systems verification testing, and product/integration testing of security solutions for government contracts.

The duties and responsibilities include the following:

Systems Design

• Assess current systems designs and make recommendations to improve performance or implement established templates and standards
• Conduct site surveys of customer sites and plan and design system implementation
• Coordinates and conducts site surveys and technical implementation of systems at customer sites.
• Plan and Design system implementation according to customer requirements.
• Produce cost models, bills of materials, and field documentation as required.
• Create design details in accordance with the ISO and company process to provide a professional and detailed design for customers and ensure the successful implementation of design plans during deployment.
• Direct activities concerned with layout and design of electrical circuitry, surveillance systems, access control systems, and intrusion detection systems for internal and external use to ensure conformance with Statements of work, proposals, codes and safety regulations.
• Read, interpret, and create detailed schematics, wire diagrams and site plans.
• Interfaces with the customer NOC and SOC for communication and resolution
• Provides drawings and technical summaries to customer Network Architecture and Engineering (NAE) for system additions, and existing system optimization

Project Implementation

• Provide systems engineering support, technical expertise and support direct interaction with customers.
• Monitor the development and deployment of national systems and provide installation support.
• Recommend solutions to installation and customer delivery problems
• Quality Assurance and Quality Control
• Systems Verification and Acceptance Planning and Testing
• Additional duties include communicating project status, deliverables, priorities, and contingencies.
• Participates in the development of installation and system standards as well as quality assurance and control of existing codes and developed standards.
• Directs modification of equipment to ensure operational performance meets specified standards and ensure technical superiority.
• May direct and coordinate installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of equipment and systems in field installations to include performing the installation when required.

Bid and Proposal

• Participates in Bid and Proposal system design, technical writing, cost development, and other assigned efforts.

Product/Integration Testing

• Plan, analyze, design, implement, test, and troubleshoot systems.
• Read, interpret, and create detailed schematics, wire diagrams and site plans.
• Researches, develops, designs, and tests security components, equipment, and systems.
• Inspects, and directs testing and evaluation of security products related to contract and business requirements.
• Interacts with vendors for research, test, development efforts and installation support.
• Creates technology evaluation reviews for technology insertions on behalf of the company and customer

Other

• Maintain a broad knowledge of state-of-the-art technology, equipment, and/or relevant systems.
• The engineer may lead working groups and must be able to perform independently and within groups.
• Creates, maintains, and helps with the renewal of any required system accreditation documentation
• Works to develop and maintain configuration management, continuity of operations and contingency planning on behalf of customers as required.
• Responsible for the management and assigned personnel.
• Other duties, as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, computer technology or related field, from an accredited institution required. 6 years experience in the electronic and/or security system design subject area may be substituted for the degree.
• Additionally, at least 5 or more years of IT systems, security solutions, fiber optics, and/or electrical technical experience with at least 3 year experience in System Design.
• Additional Technology Systems/Components Certifications desired. (Network+, Security+, PSP, ITIL, and/or CISSP)
• Must have experience with technical writing for Statement of Work (SOW), Technical Upgrades/recommendations, and Bid and Proposal purposes
• Network Infrastructure and Configuration knowledge desired.
• Experience with IP cameras design and installation preferred.
• Visio, AutoCAD, Technical Writing, and Site Design strongly desired.
• Familiarity with various test instruments, Network Analyzer, Spectrum Analyzer, OTDR, etc.
• Field Installation Experience desired.
• Supervisory Experience required.
• Security Clearance preferred - DOD Secret or a Customs and Border Protection BI
• Valid driver's license; able to meet company safe driving requirements.

ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Must be able to travel for site surveys and installation support (up to 60%)
• Must be able to use Microsoft Office and Windows Platform
• Strong interpersonal skills, able to interact at all levels of the organization and with customers.
• Must have good communication skills utilizing both verbal and written communication to convey complex technical solutions in a easy to understand and actionable manner
• Strong detail-oriented skills; able to multi-task and change priorities quickly.
• A self-starter who is able to work well without direct supervision.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain related security clearances
• Must be able to participate in system installation activities
• Must have good public/interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to obtain Security Clearances required.
• Able to secure a valid passport

SPECIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work designated schedule, as well as maintain attendance and punctuality.
• Able to work at moderately high heights, up to 40 feet above the ground using bucket trucks, scissor lifts, and ladders
• Able to work in outdoor environment exposed to varying high or low temperatures
• Must have sufficient physical agility to walk, climb, stand, crawl, and stretch on a continual basis
• Must be able to perform work utilizing small hand tools and power tools as required
• Able to lift a minimum of 60 lbs
• Able to sit at computer for 6-8 hours a day
• Able to manipulate small objects and grip without shaking
• Able to use computer, keyboard, mouse, and printers
• Must be able to travel in airplanes to and from destinations on a regular basis
• Must be able to identify colors for cable identification and installation purposes

Sentrillion is an EEO Employer / Protected Vet / Disabled